Is Colombia Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Colombia
Safety rating
Women living in Colombia consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Colombia consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 3.2 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 12.3% percentage of women in Colombia have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 62 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.2/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.2/5 | Unsafe |
Safety using public transport: | 3.2/5 | Moderate |
Crime rate: | 3.2/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.9/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2.4/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 2.3/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.8/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
How safe is Colombia?
Liz
Bogotá
Bogotá is a place where you should always be alert to what is happening around you. It is not a completely unsafe place, but it is a capital city, and like every capital city, you cannot be completely confident here. Especially being in Latin America.
Posted: May 2, 2025Bogotá
To sum up, girls: not everywhere, not at any time, not with anyone. Be very strategic about where you're going to be, who you're going to be with, and how late you're going to be there... Love y'all, be safe.
Posted: April 25, 2025
Nathalia
Bogotá
Walk the areas that are turistics and crowded. If you are not sure, ask in your hostel if its save to go there alone. If you are with a local, they will guide you better. Better to take an uber in the city
Posted: April 23, 2025Cali
Please do not go to dangerous neighborhoods, stay in safe areas, as there are some people who know you are tourists and may take advantage of it. Find out if the area you are going to is safe and do not walk alone at night.
Posted: April 20, 2025Bogotá
In general, it is a hostile but beautiful city. People tend to be more friendly to foreigners than to those who live here. The social contrast is noticeable, so don't let your guard down even if you're in a safe area. Google Maps is a trusty friend, and public transportation is the best option during the day.
Posted: April 13, 2025
rossanny
Medellín
All depends about the place you are. But I live in bello with my son and it’s very safe. Well, I don’t go out at night to much, but I haven’t been robe, or anything bad in almost 8 years living here.
Posted: April 11, 2025
Sarah
Chia
Chia is safe, but sometimes it feels like all the men are looking at you in certain ways. I've already experienced so-called compliments, winks, or even men reaching out their hand when they're on their bicycles. If you're pretty, they will act inappropriately towards you...
Posted: April 10, 2025
Sofia
Pereira
It's not crazy unsafe but I would recommend anyone travelling to do your research. Walk with caution, don't bring out flashy jewellery or be relaxed with your cellphone or cameras. During the day there's plenty of people out and police. But the night can get tricky around certain areas.
Posted: April 6, 2025Colombia
As always, it depends where are you going, which cities and neighborhoods are you visiting. Please do not use your cellphone on the streets nor on public transport. Always share your location when using car apps
Posted: March 27, 2025Pereira
Depends on the area, but from my point of view and personal experience, it is generally safe. You should maybe be careful at night. Common delinquency could be an issue downtown, but if you are carefull it should be fine.
Posted: March 25, 2025Is Colombia worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 88 experiences from female travelers
Liz
Colombia
Tumaco, Family travel
Tumaco is a great place. The people are friendly and beautiful, the beach is a tremendously impressive and imposing place. I lived there for 9 years and was delighted, now that I've left, I miss it because it really left a mark on me. You need to go and visit.
Posted: May 2, 2025Experienced: December, 2015
Nava
Canada
Cali, Solo travel
I was volunteering in the mountains near Cali and on my days off, booked the hostel Patio del Rio and had such an amazing time. The employees there Andres and Thomas were so warm and welcoming and showed me around the city, I met tons of lovely people and even baked a banana bread for everyone in the hostel! I would reccomend going out at night with locals, or at the very least go with large groups of people. Safety in numbers.
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